Vulnerability Description
SAP BusinessObjects 4.0 and BusinessObjects XI (BOXI) R2 and 3.1 generates error messages for a failed logon attempt with different time delays depending on whether the user account exists, which allows remote attackers to enumerate valid usernames via SecEnterprise authentication requests to the Session web service.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sap | Businessobjects | 4.0 |
| Sap | Businessobjects Xi | 3.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://scn.sap.com/docs/DOC-8218Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Oct/42
- http://www.onapsis.com/resources/get.php?resid=adv_onapsis-2014-029
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533647/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70304
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96874
- https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/2001109Vendor Advisory
- http://scn.sap.com/docs/DOC-8218Vendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2014/Oct/42
- http://www.onapsis.com/resources/get.php?resid=adv_onapsis-2014-029
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/533647/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70304
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96874
- https://service.sap.com/sap/support/notes/2001109Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8309?
CVE-2014-8309 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). SAP BusinessObjects 4.0 and BusinessObjects XI (BOXI) R2 and 3.1 generates error messages for a failed logon attempt with different time delays depending on whether the user account exists, which allo...
How severe is CVE-2014-8309?
CVE-2014-8309 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-8309?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sap Businessobjects, Sap Businessobjects Xi.